§ Mr. Craigenasked the Secretary of State for Scotland to what extent the Co-operative Housing Agency of the Housing Corporation is responsible for the promotion and encouragement of 315W co-operative housing developments in Scotland.
§ Mr. Hugh D. BrownResponsibility for the promotion and encouragement of housing co-operatives, as distinct from co-ownership schemes, lies primarily with my department and the local housing authorities.
The Co-operative Housing Agency of the Housing Corporation gives advice to housing associations wishing to set up co-operatives in Scotland. Any financial support to such associations is provided through the Scottish Office of the Housing Corporation.